Happy Holidays! The ClearWater Conservancy staff from top left to bottom right: Sawyer Howells, Andrea Murrell, Dan Trew, Seth Young, Rhonda Rumbaugh, Colleen DeLong, Ryan Hamilton, Deb Nardone, Maggie Anderson, and Sarah Kania (Suzy Yetter not pictured). |
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Greetings!
From everyone at ClearWater Conservancy, including our board and staff, we'd like to extend our sincere appreciation to all of you for your generous and continued support of ClearWater Conservancy this year. As challenges related to the pandemic and a rapidly changing world continue to arise, so does the willingness and dedication of our supporters, donors, volunteers, community partners, and area businesses to work together to meet them. Thank you for all you continue to do for local conservation efforts!
Please see below for the many ways to connect with ClearWater and its Centred Outdoors program over the holiday season. We hope to see you at 3 Dots Downtown this Friday and perhaps even celebrate New Year's Eve and Day with you, too!
Wishing you a very peaceful and joyous holiday season!
Sincerely,
Deb Nardone
Executive Director, ClearWater Conservancy
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4 ways to connect with ClearWater and Centred Outdoors this holiday season! |
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#1 Art & Chocolate Sneak Preview
3 Dots Downtown Opening Reception:
Friday, December 17 from 6-8 p.m.
Exhibit on public display through January 20
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Everyone is invited to attend an opening reception at 3 Dots Downtown this Friday, December 17, from 6-8 p.m. for a sneak preview of some of the amazing artwork donated by local artists for our 2022 Art & Chocolate fundraiser. The reception is free to attend, with a cash bar.
The exhibit will remain in the public 3 Dots gallery until January 20, after which it will appear again in the auction at the Art & Chocolate event.
ClearWater is proud to partner with 3 Dots Downtown for this first opportunity to offer a preview of the auction items to a wider audience prior to the live event. Please stop down to view the artwork on Friday and throughout December and January, and while you're there be sure take part in interactive art displays centered on the theme of outdoor adventure!
Email or call ClearWater with any questions about the reception or Art & Chocolate:
814-237-0400 / rhonda1@clearwaterconservancy.org.
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#2 First Night State College
December 31, 2021
Ice Sculpture, Resolution Tree, and Downtown Hike!
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There are so many ways to enjoy the fun of First Night State College, including these events and activities hosted by ClearWater Conservancy!
The Resolution Tree: 12 p.m. - 10 p.m.
3 Dots Downtown, 137 E. Beaver Ave.
When we’re outdoors, we learn to appreciate the beauty of nature and the importance of protecting it. Keep this First Night tradition a favorite by committing to getting outdoors and getting active in 2022, and adding your resolution to Centred Outdoors’ Resolution Tree! After you make your resolution, step inside 3 Dots to warm up and preview art for Art & Chocolate in the gallery!
First Night Urban Hike: 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Begins at Sidney Friedman Park at the ClearWater/Centred Outdoors ice sculpture
Starting at Sidney Friedman Park, join us as we hike through the numerous ice sculptures downtown until arriving at the Centred Outdoors Resolution Tree at 3 Dots Downtown where a warming station will be available. Hikers of all ages and skill levels are invited to attend.
ClearWater Conservancy/Centred Outdoors ice sculpture
Sidney Friedman Park
Look for our ice sculpture and take a selfie when you find it! Post your photos to social and tag @clearwaterconservancy and @centredoutdoors so we know you were there!
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Helpful tips for preparing for outdoor activity in cold weather |
To prepare for the cold weather hikes and outdoor activity, ClearWater Conservancy has a few tips for staying warm and comfortable on winter excursions:
- Wear layers: Layering allows you to add and remove layers throughout your hike so you can stay warm and comfortable without overheating and getting sweaty.
- Be sure to wear gloves. If your outdoor activity may lead to wet weather or melting snow, be sure to pack an extra pair.
- Wear synthetic or wool socks that fit well. Thicker socks provide more insulation, but make sure they don’t cause your boots to fit too tight, which can cut off circulation. Wear waterproof boots if you’ll be trekking through snow, and if you’ll be in very cold temperatures you might require boots with built-in insulation.
- Add heat: Hand warmer and toe warmer packets are a great way to warm up your digits, especially if you’re prone to cold fingers and toes.
- Wear a hat: You can lose heat through the top of your head, so pull a winter hat on if you’re feeling chilly.
- In very cold temperatures, water bottles can be prone to freezing. It usually happens from the top down, which means the bottle tops are prone to getting stuck shut. Flipping your bottles upside down will solve that problem. Putting the bottles in your pack rather than in exterior pockets will help insulate them from the cold as well.
- Pack warm drinks: Fill up a vacuum-insulated bottle with hot tea or hot chocolate to sip on when you take a break. The warmth goes a long way toward keeping you comfortable.
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#3 Spend New Year's Day caring for your planet!
Volunteer with ClearWater
Saturday, January 1, 2022
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With help from volunteers and partners, ClearWater stays busy all throughout the year as we manage streamside forests on properties throughout the region. In fact, on New Year's Day, staff and volunteers will be maintaining trees and plants that have been planted at one of ClearWater's owned properties over the years. We invite you to start your New Year with us as we tend to the natural resources that keep Central PA beautiful, healthy, and thriving!
If interested, please email Maggie for more information about the day and how you can get involved: maggie@clearwaterconservancy.org.
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#4 Consider making a donation to ClearWater! |
Will you consider supporting ClearWater Conservancy by giving a one-time, monthly, or annual gift? Support from friends and neighbors like you has made local conservation, stream restoration, and environmental outreach possible. While your gift will support the planting of streamside forests and conservation of local lands right away, the positive impacts of these efforts will grow and last forever.
Thank you for your continued support of ClearWater Conservancy!
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